Glowing rough opal has the potential to cut a top gem

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We start with a beautiful Witches Hat nobby with a thick color bar, the challenge is how can we get the very best out of this piece of rough opal?
Join me as I tackle a gem cut that I have never done before - the end result is worth it!
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@valeriesollenberger2631 2 года назад

After four years of watching your videos every week, this is hands down my favorite gem of all time. I’m so glad you went for the high dome over the larger stone- well done!

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Yay thank you. I’m so glad you think so

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤠👍🤝

@Chris_Harris Год назад

For those of you just hearing my words now, ask yourself why he's using the effing 180grit wheel if he needs to be careful with the top of the stone? He's literally touching the stone to the wheel and it's taking 1 millimetre of stone off with every touch because the wheel he's on is too damn rough! Saw tons of potch/sand and got lazy on at least the first 4 minutes of this one, Justin. When you saw how touch and go the stone was, you should have backed off to a finer stone. I'm literally sitting here, clenching my jaw every time you touch the stone to the wheel because 5% of whatever stone was left is laying in the form of watery Stone Sludge on top of your fingers...just from each tiny little touch.

@nemiarucker 4 месяца назад

@Chris_Harris He's confident to use the 180-grit wheel because he's been doing this long enough to know exactly how much will be removed - and, exactly how much needs to be removed. He's a real pro. But I do understand the concern. It makes me a little nervous, too. 😊

@_sockninja_ 2 года назад

Here's me - on disability benefits and the value of the gem is more than I get in a year - thinking: That is so cheap! Had you told me it was worth 18 Grand I'd have probably still thought it was cheap. I agree with a previous poster: This is my favourite stone yet, the value doesn't do the beauty justice. Thank you so much for sharing, truly magnificent!

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠🇷🇸

@sebastiand-h3758 2 года назад

That cushion cut might be the most beautiful thing I ever seen. Your experience really shows, amazing. Whoever gets that one in a ring is a lucky person!

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thank you so much!

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤠👍🤝🇷🇸

@danielp8606 2 года назад

Watched your Dad do a rare cut only twice in your life and then executed the main facets in only 1:21 minutes (unless edited). Masterly is an understatement!

@Madlintelf 2 года назад

That is one stunning stone, I love the way the light dances around when you turn it, fantastic call with that cut Justin.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thanks

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤠👍🤝

@carolm4545 2 года назад

Such a mysterious, azure orb! Pure perfection!

@juliegarrett8389 2 года назад

What a stunning gem! I could see the criss-cross pattern emerging before you said anything, and it was just amazing seeing it emerge. Beautiful!

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Pretty cool hah

@juliegarrett8389 2 года назад

@@blackopaldirect Very cool!

@claudiosaltara7003 2 месяца назад

Even though you hold your breath watching justing working on the opal it is rewarding mentally.

@unclefrank4455 2 года назад

This opal is one of the most beautiful ones that I've ever seen! What a beauty!

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠🇷🇸

@ARC.475 2 года назад

That gleam when you start on the 600 nova was unbelievable, as you progress to finer grits, my God I'm speechless. I never thought there's a cut other than high dome oval that can show an opal's beauty like that! truly a work from a master 😍

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠

@timdavis9031 2 года назад

Anabsolutely stunning gem. You are the opal king and I think it’s about time someone puts together a Netflix special starring you and your incredible new shop. To teach the world the incredible and amazing world of opals in Australia. Just beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing your talent and your time and one of mother nature’s most beautiful products. Be well.

@chriscunningham9956 2 года назад

Your father would be so proud of you! Going out side the box! Absolutely magnificent!

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Sniff sniff 😢 ❤️😊

@alisturkericmacnanty159 Год назад

I think this is one of the most beautiful gems I've ever seen you cut, even though it's not a black opal. The shape of the stone and the color is amazing. I'll be honest Sir, if I had discovered you back in my youth I think my life would have taken an entirely different turn. I came very close to being a gemologist, but watching you at work is nothing short of a miracle.

@George_in_Howden 2 года назад

Loved the skill and foresight in seeing that beautiful gem appear bit by bit from the original nobby.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thank you George

@nivshporer996 2 года назад

justin its amazing that you can do all this magnificent cuts, but stays mostly with ovals, this is a beautiful stone and a brilliant cut that show the best of it, keep the hard work we appriciat it ❤💪

@coryboatz4434 2 года назад

Absolutely gorgeous cut, love how much you were able to save considering there was so much unexpected sand. Well done Justin!

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thank you Cory

@ThatOpalGuy 2 года назад

In in no way good enough to get a perfect stone out of something like this, but even i would have cut this one in half.

@ShannonMcCraryH 2 года назад

@@blackopaldirect I had a question. I never intended to make money or jewelry out of opals I just love the stones. Do you sell any of the unusable cuttings? I would love to just make some rubs with them to just enjoy the stones themselves.

@minimouse7890 2 года назад

The new blackened background as you cut makes the color and gleam just jump out like never before. The entire video was spectacular today. Certainly will go up as one of our all-time favorites. Well done, Justin!

@tymeryder7264 2 года назад

WOW! Words cannot describe the beauty. Looking forward to the gem out of the little bit also. Great call on the cushion cut.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@pudermcgavin4462 2 года назад

The depth that stone showed after polish was amazing

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠🇷🇸

@shelleysteward3041 Год назад

Absolutely gorgeous gem! The cushion cut was absolutely stunning!

@sandmaker 2 года назад

What a most unusual and beautiful cut. The stone is gorgeous. You have outdone yourself this time. It was a gamble, but you made it work. Thanks for sharing your time, thinking and talent with us. Be happy, safe and stay healthy 😷⚒

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠

@fredygump5578 2 года назад

Justin, keep pushing through on the studio setup. You'll get there, and we aren't going anywhere! There's a lot involved with making a system "just" work.

@subvertedworld 2 года назад

I love such a high dome and the pyramid shape. It gives you so much more color to enjoy than a typical oval, and from so many angles. Absolutely magnificent!

@ccccarriemchardy9216 2 года назад

It is simple and stunning. I love the way it reflects, like the way it was made in the witches hat shape. You bought out the best in this stone.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thank you so much!

@tonywild1963 2 года назад

This was such a great idea to cut a cushion cut. It turned out amazing and yes could see the four sides to it. I could hear you over the machine. Thank you Justin

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thank you Tony

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠🇷🇸

@bartoszczechowicz5372 2 года назад

Hi Justin. Truly spectacular nobby tat was. You made me very nervous when you decided to cut this large stone. I am always surprised that the price is not massively multiplied by the size of the stone. Obviously bigger pieces are much more rare so the price should grow expenantionally. Anyway you are the MC and I really like the end resoult. Lovelly cut. Excellent video. Take care mate.

@gardengatesopen 2 года назад

I cannot lie, it did hurt a little to cut thru the big stone! But HOLY GEEZ!!! That pyramid cut is GENIUS!!! Worth EVERY penny!!! 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

lol thank you

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠🇷🇸

@marigoldjanies5756 4 месяца назад

Holy moly, wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. What a GORGEOUS STONE. What on earth can compare to magnificence of an opal such as this?! You MAXIMIZED the color play in this with sheer mastery. Ugh!! I love it!

@kaleb2133 2 года назад

You should do more of these types of cuts the way you made it look is like no other cutter and it will get some high end customers too

@Scarlet_Soul 2 года назад

It's always lovely to watch these. I still work on opals and other stones manually, it takes hour upon hours but is a great way to pass the time, however seeing colour come up like this is just something else. Keep up the great work

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thank you! Cheers!

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠

@peidog 2 года назад

Amazing, that green looks almost radioactive the way it's glowing.Awesome cut!!!

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Yah pretty cool huh

@eamonburrows8613 Год назад

I don’t subscribe to many channels outside my pastime, but every time one of your vids pops up I’ll watch it. Watching you work the rough to the smooth is so relaxing, keep up the good work Justin, kind regards from the UK 🇬🇧🇬🇧

@sallysaffer9503 6 месяцев назад

I so enjoy your videos! I’m an 80 year-old woman who has never had any experience with opal cutting. I consider watching you working at the wheel a form of “active meditation.” I’ve always been an avid learner; I’ve learned so much from this particular activity. I enjoy the experience and relate to you, becoming a part of an incredibly challenging art form. Thank you! You’re a wonderful, kind person, someone anyone would enjoy having a connection with! Be aware of my silent presence and that of all those who simple observe without you even knowing who we are! ❤️

@GarnikOS 2 года назад

It seems like you've created a star pattern on that gemstone, making it even more fantastic. Loved the video and the result. Thank you!

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠🇷🇸

@anneclay4512 2 года назад

Beautiful! The opal GLOWS! Such a testament to your skill. I loved this video.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thank you 🙏

@kimberlyhendricks1229 2 года назад

I love a cushion cut in any stone. That opal is absolutely stunning . I have never seen an opal cushion cut before. Gorgeous 😍

@libs-Suk-Balz Год назад

I love watching you find a beautiful stone in a hunk of rock. Michelangelo was asked about the statue, David. He said, David was hiding in the block of granite. So while I’m carving the granite, I just remove the stone, and leave David alone. Brilliant

@hishameldeeb3074 2 года назад

Wow I am an Opal cutter .. I don't think I would have the guts to slice a piece like this in half the way you did! Wow I would have liked the stone in one piece but .. respect for the vision you've had and going through with your gut feeling :)

@feelinghealingfrequences7179 2 года назад

if u kept it one piece what shape would u have cut it?

@adamkeck4610 2 года назад

WOW! This has to be one of the most amazing gems I’ve seen here. I love the unique cut and the hight of the dome is astounding.

@jamesh5460 2 года назад

I know it it is a TON of more work in post but I like the combo of the "play by play" commentary given live during the cutting and with the addition of your comments during editing. You do a great job and is nice to have a bit of variety in the format. Also like the livestreams. Beautiful cut once again. Cheers mate.

@walkingdude7286 2 года назад

Wow Justin, you sure made the right call regarding a Cushion Cut; that's more than likely a 1 in 10,000+ chance of opportunity. Very rare indeed, plus you still have a smaller stone to work with; one of the best win/win(s) I've ever seen. Absolutely incredible!

@badomaji 2 года назад

That faceted cut was a great idea for this stone - it exposed a truly one of a kind pattern.

@lynnwillamo8444 7 месяцев назад

You made me cry at the beauty of it Justin, it took my breath away. Green blue crystals are my favorite but this one, the cut the colour the beauty of it is amazing, and I don’t think anything will surpass it. You too, are amazing. Nov/23.

@janemorrow6672 Год назад

I’m not feeling very well and these videos are really cheering me up. You are so calm and competent.

@MimiDishes 2 года назад

This stone has total mesmerize me...

@juliafayeconner8978 2 года назад

That one turned out beautiful! Someone is going to get a really beautiful gem.

@helendreyer5710 Год назад

Mesmerizing!! Absolutely beautiful.

@bonnabrimhall8080 2 года назад

💚💙💚💙 This has got to be, hands down, my absolute favorite opal I have watched you cut!! It’s beautiful!!💙💚💙💚

@amethystanne4586 2 года назад

Thank you for letting us watch! Gorgeous(!) gem. Diamonds are very pretty, but opals win my vote for most beautiful.

@donaldtoulson1937 2 года назад

Hands down best opal show on internet. Opals will make you fall in love with them 💕 ❤️.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

🙏🙏

@susangero-bond6527 2 года назад

That is one beautifully cut gem. I love watching you being them to life

@matthewdomeno7267 2 года назад

Wow, that cut is amazing. Love it.

@sunshinesoulev Год назад

Wow! What a beautiful stone! Took my breath away!

@takinastabatit 2 года назад

Incredible! This is one of the most astounding opals I've ever seen. That cut is perfect. You've outdone yourself, Justin :D

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠🇷🇸

@navyvetcvn69 2 года назад

You've inspired me!! I just ordered a CabKing cabbing machine and some Ethiopian rough opals to begin learning. It wasn't a cheap investment but I love these and my 13 year old son is super excited to do this too. I have been rockhounding and this is the perfect addition to complement that hobby. Thank you so much for doing these videos, I wouldn't have done this if it wasn't for you. I hope I can gain a fraction of the skill you have and make some nice things for my wife, and who knows if I get good enough maybe a side business. God Bless, and please keep on making these videos!!

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Aww thats awesome! you will have fun together

@joshuajackson6442 2 года назад

Thank you for the beautiful journey!

@sharonstromley9350 2 года назад

Amazing how the cushion cut just steps out proudly out and says, "I've been waiting for you for thousands of years. Finally!" So, how was the Tucson Show, Justin? I hope you made some great contacts and sold a lot of your beautiful opals.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

😊😊😊😊

@pdcob 2 года назад

I am genuinely curious about the impact your videos have had on the opal market. I never thought of opal as anything more than a second tier gemstone before stumbling on one of your videos. You really are contributing something important with what you are sharing!

@pdcob 2 года назад

One it your best video's, by the way! I am partial to the live video's, but this was fantastic!

@shanecarubbi7864 2 года назад

Awesome work Justin!

@Blue_eyed_Tigger 2 года назад

I don't know how you do it. I was literally holding my breath as I felt my heart pounding as you cut this gem. This has to be the most beautiful stone yet.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Oh thank you

@veneraberens4653 2 года назад

ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS

@gregparks1785 2 года назад

I love the blue and green gems the best and this one was stunning! And your video quality was always good but it’s gotten so much better in the last few years! Really well done, love seeing your videos.

@milosstrela 2 года назад

🤝👍🤠

@shevaunhandley1543 2 года назад

Absolutely outstanding gem there Justin. You are a Master indeed!

@kam70111 2 года назад

Gorgeous stone. Congratulations, Justin, and thank you.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

Thank you

@andreab8438 2 года назад

Absolutely gorgeous! This is my favorite!

@WeTheJeeple Год назад

Beautiful piece of art Justin! Thank you for taking the time to share the process of going from rough stone to absolutely fabulous gem!

@matthewschaffer2711 2 года назад

Another epic cut from the master! Just WOW!

@alanaronald244 2 года назад

Remarkable work, thanks, and remarkable stone! Beautiful!!!

@danielkemp4187 2 года назад

Beautiful music to revealing this gorgeous gem. What a journey 😀

@lynnepetrizzo2247 2 года назад

That is absolutely gorgeous

@jetcitygrljewels9719 2 года назад

Absolutely brilliant! Gorgeous stone and work.

@Nkg2477 2 года назад

Absolutely magical 🤩!

@adamnwizard 2 года назад

That was the most beautiful cushion cut i've ever seen!

@naomidonovan-perry2667 5 месяцев назад

My goodness that is stunning! I like that cut.

@hayanggemon 2 года назад

How amazing is this glowing stone

@MountaineerMadMan Год назад

That turned out to be one of my favorites cuts you have done. I'd like to see you cut more like that if it's worth it to you. The sides really played off each other beautifully. I would love to see a cut like that with a black opal with red,orange,yellow in it.

@tvaud 2 года назад

Beautiful color!

@lauriewind6366 2 года назад

What a wonderful idea to cut the gem like this! Such a great colour pattern revealed itself - striking!

@sharonjones7674 2 года назад

Just gorgeous! I am reminded of tropical seas and cenotes in Cancun Mexico. Breathtaking. A "living" master piece. Thank you for the journey and the destination. Blessings🌷

@virginiasullivan1040 2 года назад

Your talent and skill never ceases to amaze me. This stone is one of the most beautiful I have seen. Thank you for sharing, I would never get to see these beauties without you.

@blackopaldirect 2 года назад

You are so welcome